I bought this grill a few weeks back and I am so happy I did. Charcoal is a must for those of us who love grilling. This is the most complete grill in the market. It combines charcoal grilling with the easiness of propane starting so you can forget about chimney, liquids, or starters. The Gourmet BBQ System is awesome as you can adapt you grill to whatever you are cooking. I got the Sear Grate and works like a charm. Finally, the basket system is so smart so you can add charcoal real-time while you cook. Totally recommended for both newbies and experts!